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I have been told i have mephloquine poisoning from larium i took over 3 years ago. i get anxiety and unsteadiness daily. what can i do?

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Treat symptoms: Recent data suggested that rare inner ear & psychiatric problems occuring while taking mefloquine (to prevent malaria) can (rarely) persist, sometimes for years (benefits > risks usually).All is NOT lost though: "Vestibular rehab" can help cope with inner ear problems (not cure the problem, though, if due to a med). Meds may help anxiety, but cognitive behavioral therapy can help anxiety long-term

Answered 5/22/2015

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